Why I Want to Join Year Up, Personal Statement Example

I have spent time researching options for furthering my education. When I found Year Up, I instantly felt this exactly what I needed.  I would love an opportunity to join Year Up to continue learning about computer technology.  I have a great passion and desire for technology and I know I have a lot to learn about it.  I have tried to pursue an education on my own, and unfortunately the cost of it kept me from being able to finish. That is why I began looking for alternate means for creating a better future for myself. Looking through the website I believe I would be a perfect candidate for the training in computer help desk and desktop training.  With more education and formal training I think I could pursue a successful career in this field.

I attended college for a short time, specializing in IT training. I did very well and caught on quickly.  From what I was able to learn during that time, I feel that this is definitely the career path I want to follow. It is something I comprehended well, and love doing.  How many people can honestly say they love what they do for a living? One day, I will be one of those people.  During my free time, I put a lot of hours in working with different applications on the computer to get a better understanding and working knowledge of what all they can do.  When interacting with individuals who have advanced education in IT training, I ask a lot of questions and try to learn from their expertise.  I am comfortable working with Graphic Applications that are related to pictures and video editing.  I have come to the realization that there is so much more to learn and I am eager to do so.

I volunteer at my church, helping primarily with senior citizens.  I live with my Grandmother, as she is getting older I see first-hand how much less she is personally capable of doing.  At my church I teach the senior citizens how to work on the computer and use basic programs. Many of the individuals have little to no experience with computers. They enjoy interacting through email and basic internet.  Some of the people like working on photo editing, and are learning what all they can do with that. It is exciting to see people catch on to what I am showing them, and it always amazes them how much technology is available.

If given this opportunity, I will work hard and take full advantage of this privilege awarded to me.  My mother and father have life-time issues so this is something I need to do for myself. I need to create a better future for myself, and hopefully someday, my family. I live with my grandmother, and I would like to be able to take care of her when and if that time comes as well. Upon completing the Year Up program I will be better equipped to get a good job. I will then be able to continue furthering my education, because I will have a better job to be able to afford it.  The sky is the limits for me; this is a starting point for my future. I did not have the best adolescence.  I have come across stumbling block after stumbling block, now I feel they are best viewed as stepping stones.  In today’s society it demands education to get ahead.  I may have had stumbling blocks prior in my education, but I am hoping for an opportunity to change that. I appreciate your consideration in accepting me in the Year Up program.  If awarded to me, I will utilize it to the fullest extent possible.